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Devin Geordon Price, 32, state champion swimmer at Palo Verde who competed at TCU, passes away
Devin Geordon Price, a state-champion swimmer at Palo Verde High School who went on to become an All-Big 12 second-team competitor in the 100 freestyle at TCU as a senior in 2013 has passed away at age 32. Price died Sunday unexpectedly, according to social media posts from family. A...
Grand Prairie native to make history at Olympics
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas - Grand Prairie native Jasmine Moore will compete in her second Olympics this summer. The Mansfield Lake Ridge High School grad is the first U.S. woman ever to qualify in both the triple jump and long jump at the Olympics. "It definitely does give me some confidence,"...
Arlington Prepares for 2024 MLB All-Star Week: Traffic Plans and Safety Measures Announced
As the 2024 MLB All-Star Week approaches, Arlington is gearing up for an influx of fans ready to celebrate America's pastime. The City of Arlington, in coordination with the Texas Rangers and Major League Baseball, has dedicated over a year to developing comprehensive safety and traffic plans, anticipating hundreds of thousands of visitors from July 12 through July 16. According to the City of Arlington, Texas, Deputy Police Chief Leo Daniels expressed confidence in the city's preparedness, citing previous major event successes like the Super Bowl and the Eras Tour by Taylor Swift.
Texas native rides to LP grand prix win
LAKE PLACID — It’s safe to say that Brian Moggre’s first-ever trip to Lake Placid has been pretty good so far. On the final day of the Lake Placid Horse Show on Sunday, June 30, Moggre, of Flower Mound, Texas, rode his horse MTM Vivre Le Reve to a first place victory in the $75,000 Lake Placid Horse Show Grand Prix at the North Elba Show Grounds.
All-Star uniforms embrace Lone Star State
The 2024 MLB All-Star Game in Arlington will have a distinctive Texas flair, and that includes the players' uniforms. The jerseys for the 94th Midsummer Classic were unveiled Wednesday and feature a design inspired by Texas' western heritage, with typography and graphics that exude the classic vibes of the Lone Star State but with a contemporary aesthetic. The design also includes bold color blocking, modern trims and vibrant highlights meant to represent a bridge between the past and the future.
TCU to participate at highest level in ‘unprecedented’ revenue-sharing model for student athletes
Texas Christian University will continue competing at the highest level across college athletics. In a June 28 response to the recent $2.8 billion NCAA settlement, which paves the way for colleges to directly pay their student athletes, TCU provided insight into how it plans to navigate the new collegiate athletics landscape.
Arlington Sage win a travel softball World Series championship
The Arlington Sage 14-under girls softball team won the USSSA B Space Coast World Series recently in Viera, Fla. The World Series fastpitch traveling softball title was a first for the Sage program at any age level in its 25-year history. The Sage finished 8-0 in the double-elimination Series, defeating teams from Florida, Texas, Louisiana, Georgia and Virginia. They were 4-0 in the pool-play round without allowing a run and scoring 28.
TCU Women’s Beach Volleyball Team Excels in 2023-24 Season: Recap & Achievements
The 2023-24 season was a mix of success and setbacks for the TCU Women’s Beach Volleyball team, securing a sixth-seed in the NCAA Tournament but ending with their worst record since 2021 despite nearly hitting 30 match wins. TCU Women’s Beach Volleyball won 29 matches and lost 8 during...
TCU’s Gracie Morris competes in the 1,500-meter run at the Olympic Trials
Recent TCU graduate and track phenom Gracie Morris competed in the U.S. Olympic Trials at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, Thursday evening, June 27 in the 1,500-meter run. The Aledo native competed against the top female long-distance runners in the nation, which is something she will cherish. “Competing at the...
Big 12 releases 2024 Media Preseason All-Conference Football Team
IRVING, Texas — The 2024-2025 college football season is rapidly approaching, and the Big 12 is getting ready by releasing its Media All-Conference Preseason Football Team as they welcome new faces, traditions, and matchups. With the departure of Texas and Oklahoma, the Big 12 has gained Arizona, Arizona State,...
Live music, baseball games and new exhibitions in this week’s To-Do List
Residents can expect a variety of activities to choose from this week including Fourth of July festivities, Texas Rangers baseball games and more. The big cats are back at the Fort Worth Zoo. Come see the newly reopened Predators of Asia & Africa exhibit or venture to other exhibits like the Australian Outback or World of Primates. Tickets for July 3 will be half off for all visitors.
58 Horned Frogs Named Spring Academic All-Big 12
FORT WORTH – A total of 58 TCU student-athletes have been named to the 2024 Spring Academic All-Big 12 Team. There were 48 Horned Frogs honored on the first team and 10 named to the second team. To qualify, student-athletes must maintain a 3.00 GPA or higher either cumulative...
Hunter Bunch Named UTA Softball Assistant Coach
ARLINGTON – UT Arlington head softball coach Kara Dill has announced the addition of former Georgia Tech assistant coach Hunter Bunch to join her staff. "My family and I are excited for this opportunity to join the staff at UTA," shared Bunch. "I am looking forward to working with Kara and Elizabeth and help continue to push the program forward!"
Manikandesh Named WGCA All-American Scholar
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. – UT Arlington's Nitisha Manikandesh was named to the 2023-24 Women's Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) All-American Scholars List announced on Tuesday. The criteria for selection to the WGCA All-American Scholar Team are among some of the most stringent in all collegiate athletics with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 needed to be included on the team. In addition, members must have competed in at least 50 percent of the rounds completed by the team in 2023-24.
Route 7 Karting zooms ahead with TrainerTainment’s sales coaching
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas — Buckle up! Route 7 Karting and Entertainment has teamed up with TrainerTainment to turbocharge their sales team. After an electrifying two-day kickoff, the Route 7 crew is geared up and ready to put the pedal to the metal. Kickoff Highlights:. Amazing Experience: The Route...
2024 Spring Scholar-Athletes of the Year Announced
IRVING, Texas - The Big 12 Conference has announced its 2024 Spring Scholar-Athletes of the Year. The following student-athletes have been selected as award winners for their respective sports based on the votes of each sport’s respective head coaches. Big 12 Baseball Scholar-Athlete of the Year. Zach Ehrhard, Oklahoma...
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